416 Software Development jobs in SouthAfrica

We are looking for a Software Development Manager to lead and mentor a team of software engineers and software testers, drive technical

excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. We are looking for leaders who provide ongoing coaching and feedback, proactively manage team performance, and support employee career development.

I deal candidates will excel in hiring and retaining high performers, actively managing change, and role modelling behaviours that align with our culture and values.

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND APTITUDES :

Essential Qualifications :

Have a minimum of 8- 10 years experience in software development

Have a minimum of 5 years experience in a management role

Bachelors degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in back-end and front-end development

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks / tools

Development Experience :

Languages :

Required : C#, SQL

Frameworks :

Required : Angular, .NET, Azure Functions

Beneficial : .NET Core, WebAPI

ORM Tools : Entity Framework

Relational Databases :

Required : PostgreSQL and / or Microsoft SQL Server

Cloud Environments : Azure

Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy

Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring / coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers.

• Experience as a full-stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts preferred.
• Experience with Web architecting.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs.
• Experience using project management tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Experience of 3+ years of delivering in an agile delivery environment as part of software delivery.
• Experience in DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines.

Skills and Knowledge :

• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals
• Strong presentations skills / Power Point presentations.
• Ability to clearly communicate to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Fluent communication skills in English

Development Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa

We are looking for a Software Development Manager to lead and mentor a team of software engineers and software testers, drive technical

excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. We are looking for leaders who provide ongoing coaching and feedback, proactively manage team performance, and support employee career development.

I deal candidates will excel in hiring and retaining high performers, actively managing change, and role modelling behaviours that align with our culture and values.

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND APTITUDES :

Essential Qualifications :

Have a minimum of 8- 10 years experience in software development

Have a minimum of 5 years experience in a management role

Bachelors degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in back-end and front-end development

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks / tools

Development Experience :

Languages :

Required : C#, SQL

Frameworks :

Required : Angular, .NET, Azure Functions

Beneficial : .NET Core, WebAPI

ORM Tools : Entity Framework

Relational Databases :

Required : PostgreSQL and / or Microsoft SQL Server

Cloud Environments : Azure

Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy

Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring / coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers.

• Experience as a full-stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts preferred.
• Experience with Web architecting.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs.
• Experience using project management tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Experience of 3+ years of delivering in an agile delivery environment as part of software delivery.
• Experience in DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines.

Skills and Knowledge :

• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals
• Strong presentations skills / Power Point presentations.
• Ability to clearly communicate to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Fluent communication skills in English

Development Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa

We are looking for a Software Development Manager to lead and mentor a team of software engineers and software testers, drive technical

excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. We are looking for leaders who provide ongoing coaching and feedback, proactively manage team performance, and support employee career development.

I deal candidates will excel in hiring and retaining high performers, actively managing change, and role modelling behaviours that align with our culture and values.

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND APTITUDES :

Essential Qualifications :

Have a minimum of 8- 10 years experience in software development

Have a minimum of 5 years experience in a management role

Bachelors degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices, with hands-on experience in back-end and front-end development

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and modern development frameworks / tools

Development Experience :

Languages :

Required : C#, SQL

Frameworks :

Required : Angular, .NET, Azure Functions

Beneficial : .NET Core, WebAPI

ORM Tools : Entity Framework

Relational Databases :

Required : PostgreSQL and / or Microsoft SQL Server

Cloud Environments : Azure

Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy

Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring / coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers.

• Experience as a full-stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts preferred.
• Experience with Web architecting.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs.
• Experience using project management tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Experience of 3+ years of delivering in an agile delivery environment as part of software delivery.
• Experience in DevOps practices and CI / CD pipelines.

Skills and Knowledge :

• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals
• Strong presentations skills / Power Point presentations.
• Ability to clearly communicate to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Fluent communication skills in English

Development Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa

Exciting Opportunity for a Development Manager at Entelect

Elevate your career at Entelect, where we prioritise people and nurture a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation.

Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment that encourages versatility, and provides individual attention to career development, including intentional and regular one-on-ones with leadership.

Tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact alongside passionate professionals who inspire and support each other.

• Status tracking of project tasks, milestones, deliverables, or key dates.
• Risk and expectation management – resourcing, deliverables, requirements, and at times budgets.
• Taking high-level responsibility (planning and leading) for software project delivery management. These projects are not SAP v4 to v5 upgrades, they are custom builds with a fair bit of tact and problem solving required. They are also not 3 years; typically, projects will be 6-18 months.
• Working closely with 5 or more teams operationally.
• Performing business analysis/problem solving on the fly, and rapidly context switching.

• Forming and norming software delivery teams, including onboarding, offboarding, and team member rotation.
• Building team cohesion and managing team identity.
• Closely coaching software teams on practice, communication, and culture.
• Identifying opportunities for personal growth and provide one-on-ones, performance reviews, and personal career mapping.

• Managing customer accounts, building relationships, and handling commercials, financials, and administration, often as the main point of contact.
• Composing, delivering, and tracking customer status reports.
• Facilitating and managing customer feedback during demos, meetings, and calls.
• Seeking opportunities to strengthen customer partnerships.

• A BSc, BIS, BCom, or BEng degree in Computer, Software, Information, or electronic related Sciences.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in the IT industry as an Analyst/PM/Software developer with experience in consulting.
• Minimum 5 years' experience leading and managing teams in all aspects of coaching, performance management and driving team culture.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with a drive for continual improvement.
• A hunger to continually improve those around you through mentorship, guidance and awareness of what drives those on your team.
• Pro hybrid working model working from the office on average 2 – 3 times per week.
• A strong customer-facing ability.
• Flexibility to work across a variety of different environments and tooling.

• A competitive compensation package with twice-yearly salary increases and guaranteed bonuses.
• Tenure-based loyalty leave.
• Access to employee wellness programs and rewards for professional development.
• Commission incentives for successful business development leads and employee referrals.
• Hands‑on support from leadership through regular one on ones and quarterly reviews.
• Continuous development programs offering training in leadership and technical skills.
• Exposure to enterprise projects across multiple domains and problem spaces for South Africa’s most esteemed organisations.

Our aim is to make the recruitment process as efficient as possible, keeping you informed every step of the way.

• The first step is an initial conversation with our talent team to get to know you better and introduce you to Entelect and what we have to offer.
• The next step will be an in‑person coffee chat with someone from our leadership team to discuss the role expectations in detail.
• Following the coffee chat, we will invite you back for an in‑person case study presentation where we will give you the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills.
• Finally, if we are both aligned, we wrap up the process with salary discussions and present you with an offer of employment.

Not quite ready but eager to learn more? Head to the Culture Site and complete the form to set up an exploratory chat. Our team understands that good things take time and are happy to wait until that time is right for you.

A leading cash management based in Houghton is urgently looking for a Software Development Manager to be responsible for developing a technology development strategy that supports the company’s objectives and technology strategy. The role includes accountability for the delivery of complex solutions and leading a team of developers who design, develop, test, and document applications.

In order to be considered, the following is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline required
• Certification in relevant Enterprise Architecture or Technology frameworks and methodologies (Advantageous)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of advanced ICT project management principles (e.g. Agile, Waterfall)
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Strong technical background in applications, processes, software and equipment or technical management experience
• 8 years’ experience in software development, which includes:
• 5 years of senior management experience
• 3 years managing projects in a technology environment
• Significant experience in the design of bespoke software solutions at both architectural and implementation levels

• Support technology strategy and innovation
• Planning and organisation
• Execute analysis and design activities
• Technical implementation within own area
• Quality management
• Risk management
• Reporting
• Vendor management
• Stakeholder and customer engagement
• Finance
• Leadership and people management
• Lead as an ambassador and executor of change
• Drive the organisation culture

If you would like to email your CV directly, please send it to or contact .

Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application. However, please keep a lookout on our website, for available positions which you may be suited for.

Plus Medical Aid, Pension, Risk Benefits, Disability, Funeral Cover, 13th Cheque for non-management roles.

DESCRIPTION:

Come help us build automation that manages millions of hosts for Amazon.
The Managed Fleets team abstracts host and fleet management away from thousands of service teams across Amazon, freeing up engineers to build services and deliver value to our customers. We operate at scale and manage millions of hosts keeping them safe, secure and efficient. To achieve this requires us to innovate and keep abreast with the latest cutting-edge technologies.
Utility Computing (UC)
AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations - from foundational services such as Amazon's Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS's services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you'll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
Key job responsibilities
On the Managed Fleets team, you will get to build innovative software that lets customers define the shape and size of their fleets and to monitor the health and efficiency of how they are run. You will be using technologies like Java, Typescript, React and Python as well as various Native AWS services and Amazon-internal tools. We don't expect you to be an expert in, or know all these technologies listed, but we do expect you to be excited to learn about them. As an experienced engineer in this team, you will play a committed role in developing high quality software designs & solutions to our often complex problems.
This position involves on-call responsibilities. This is typically once every 6 weeks. We don't like to be paged unnecessarily and we strive to keep this down and ensure our systems are fault tolerant. Our team values work-life balance and respect each others time.
A day in the life
A successful Software Development Engineer will have good design skills, an excellent ability to solve problems, good communication skills and a desire to be a key technical contributor. The software you will be responsible for will require a breadth of technical development knowledge (i.e. distributed systems, synchronous API orchestration, scalability, availability).
Daily work will involve interacting with engineers, stakeholders and managers. We are just starting to scratch the surface of the opportunity in front of us and if this sounds like a place for you; come build with us and have Amazon-scale impact.
About the team
Our team supports each other in growing both personally and in our careers. We drive a high bar for quality via our design and code review processes. We also make time for social activities and to have fun at work.
About the team
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge-sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and thorough, but kind, code reviews. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects that help our team members develop your engineering expertise so you feel empowered to take on more complex tasks in the future.
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
About AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Up to ZAR 550k salary on a full time, permanent employment contract
Fully remote working anywhere in South Africa!
️ 33 Days Paid Leave and Benefits
Exciting high growth product, relied on by leading global sports brands
Working with the latest hardware, tech stack and tools

Storyteller is a platform that allows brands to integrate Stories functionality into their apps and websites. The platform is in use by multiple global brands serving millions of users. Check us out onour website or onProductHunt !

We are looking for an experienced Manual QA Engineer to extend our capabilities in delivering rich and engaging user experiences.

You'll be working with a friendly, talented team and have the opportunity to grow and lead both technically and in managing others. If the idea of a fast-paced, dynamic role with tonnes of opportunity for change, responsibility and innovation sounds exciting to you, then read on!

Storyteller is a high growth B2B SaaS platform, which allows companies to integrate Stories into their owned and operated platforms. Popularized by Instagram and Snapchat, Stories are perfectly suited for boosting user engagement, audience retention, and driving advertising revenue.

For customers, building their own stories experience can take years and a lot of investment however Storyteller has solved this by allowing companies to integrate in days, not years all for one monthly cost. Our end‑to‑end platform gives companies a best‑in‑class Stories experience in days with native iOS, Android, and Web SDKs, publishing tools, analytics, and ad support.

We work with globally-recognised clients in US TV and Sports industries. Every day we produce work that is innovative, challenging, and enjoyed by millions of people!

What can you expect?

Perform manual testing for mobile apps (iOS & Android), plus Web and API testing

Design, execute, and maintain test cases and test plans for mobile applications

Identify, investigate, document, and track bugs – with clear reproducible steps

Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure high-quality releases

Spot issues others might miss and dig deep to find root causes

Developing and maintaining test automation for web, mobile and API

Contribute to QA tooling and process improvements to keep pace with rapid delivery

Eventually, we'd like you to:

Share QA best practices and mentor other team members

Work with developers to improve CI processes

Expand your automation work across mobile, web, and API testing

What's important to us:

Around 3 years' experience

Solid understanding of mobile testing methodologies and best practices

Hands-on experience testing iOS and Android apps on various devices, OS versions, and screen sizes

Familiarity with mobile debugging tools (e.g., Android Studio, Xcode, Charles Proxy, Proxyman, ADB commands)

Strong API testing skills with tools like Postman and knowledge of REST and HTTP.

Experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail)

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with developers and product teams

Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively

Proactive, curious, and self-sufficient in solving testing challenges

Strong interest in the latest mobile trends and techs

What’s nice to have:

An ISEB or ISTQB certification

Source code control and build tools, solid understanding of software design patterns

A degree in IT, Electronics, Computing, Physics or related discipline

An active GitHub profile with involvement in open source projects

Experience with Web automation tools (Cypress or any JS automation framework) is a big plus

Experience with cloud hosting and CI platforms, preferably Azure DevOps

Experience with integration of automated testing into CI/CD setup (GitHub Actions)

First – you’ll have a short introductory call with one of our Hiring team members. This is a chance for us to learn more about you, while giving you the opportunity to get to know Storyteller and what we’re all about.

Next – you’ll be invited to a technical interview with Latif, QA Team Lead and a member of our QA team, where we’ll share more details about the role and answer any questions you may have.

If we think there's a fit, we’ll invite you to complete a short technical test so you can show us what you’re capable of doing (you’ll be compensated for it).

Finally – we’ll then invite you to meet Dave, CTO, Filip, Head of Mobile, and Latif, so you can present your task to us – explaining your technical choices and how you went about building it. We’ll also ask you some final questions.

Up to ZAR 550k salary on a full time, permanent employment contract
Fully remote working anywhere in South Africa!
️ 33 Days Paid Leave and Benefits
Exciting high growth product, relied on by leading global sports brands
Working with the latest hardware, tech stack and tools

Storyteller is a platform that allows brands to integrate Stories functionality into their apps and websites. The platform is in use by multiple global brands serving millions of users. Check us out onour website or onProductHunt !

We are looking for an experienced Manual QA Engineer to extend our capabilities in delivering rich and engaging user experiences.

You'll be working with a friendly, talented team and have the opportunity to grow and lead both technically and in managing others. If the idea of a fast-paced, dynamic role with tonnes of opportunity for change, responsibility and innovation sounds exciting to you, then read on!

Storyteller is a high growth B2B SaaS platform, which allows companies to integrate Stories into their owned and operated platforms. Popularized by Instagram and Snapchat, Stories are perfectly suited for boosting user engagement, audience retention, and driving advertising revenue.

For customers, building their own stories experience can take years and a lot of investment however Storyteller has solved this by allowing companies to integrate in days, not years all for one monthly cost. Our end‑to‑end platform gives companies a best‑in‑class Stories experience in days with native iOS, Android, and Web SDKs, publishing tools, analytics, and ad support.

We work with globally-recognised clients in US TV and Sports industries. Every day we produce work that is innovative, challenging, and enjoyed by millions of people!

What can you expect?

Perform manual testing for mobile apps (iOS & Android), plus Web and API testing

Design, execute, and maintain test cases and test plans for mobile applications

Identify, investigate, document, and track bugs – with clear reproducible steps

Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure high-quality releases

Spot issues others might miss and dig deep to find root causes

Developing and maintaining test automation for web, mobile and API

Contribute to QA tooling and process improvements to keep pace with rapid delivery

Eventually, we'd like you to:

Share QA best practices and mentor other team members

Work with developers to improve CI processes

Expand your automation work across mobile, web, and API testing

What's important to us:

Around 3 years' experience

Solid understanding of mobile testing methodologies and best practices

Hands-on experience testing iOS and Android apps on various devices, OS versions, and screen sizes

Familiarity with mobile debugging tools (e.g., Android Studio, Xcode, Charles Proxy, Proxyman, ADB commands)

Strong API testing skills with tools like Postman and knowledge of REST and HTTP.

Experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail)

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with developers and product teams

Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively

Proactive, curious, and self-sufficient in solving testing challenges

Strong interest in the latest mobile trends and techs

What’s nice to have:

An ISEB or ISTQB certification

Source code control and build tools, solid understanding of software design patterns

A degree in IT, Electronics, Computing, Physics or related discipline

An active GitHub profile with involvement in open source projects

Experience with Web automation tools (Cypress or any JS automation framework) is a big plus

Experience with cloud hosting and CI platforms, preferably Azure DevOps

Experience with integration of automated testing into CI/CD setup (GitHub Actions)

First – you’ll have a short introductory call with one of our Hiring team members. This is a chance for us to learn more about you, while giving you the opportunity to get to know Storyteller and what we’re all about.

Next – you’ll be invited to a technical interview with Latif, QA Team Lead and a member of our QA team, where we’ll share more details about the role and answer any questions you may have.

If we think there's a fit, we’ll invite you to complete a short technical test so you can show us what you’re capable of doing (you’ll be compensated for it).

Finally – we’ll then invite you to meet Dave, CTO, Filip, Head of Mobile, and Latif, so you can present your task to us – explaining your technical choices and how you went about building it. We’ll also ask you some final questions.

Our fintech client has a requirement for a Software Development Manager, based in Johannesburg or Cape Town.

KEY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 10 years Software Development
• At least 5 years managing Development teams
• Software Development in either Banking/FinTech highly advantageous
• Experience with Cloud Computing Projects (Preferably AWS)
• Experience with Agile/Waterfall Project Management Methodologies

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Sc. Computer Science Degree or equivalent
• ITIL Certification advantageous
• BI/Development/Testing Certifications

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Enforcing SDLC methods, ensuring completion of Testing cycles
• Implement Governance principles for executing projects
• Manage budgets and resources across projects
• Manage several JAVA Development teams on AWS
• Stakeholder resolution of project delivery issues